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The IT security archive contains more topics and previous security issues.

IT security staff

  1. SIRT, K-State's Security Incident Response Team
  2. IT security officer: Harvard Townsend, harv@k-state.edu, 785-532-2985
  3. Departmental security contacts
  4. K-State Police, 785-532-6412, police@k-state.edu

Security channels

IT Security at K-State

Recent e-mail scams


11/9/08  Kansas State University
11/9/08  FINAL WARNING
11/7/08  Webmail Help Desk - Dear Webmail User!
11/1/08  *COMFIRM YOUR EMAIL*
11/1/08  WARNING!!!/ UPGRADE YOUR WEBMAIL
10/23/08 FINAL UPGRADE INFORMATION: ACCOUNT SIGN FOR CLOSURE.
10/18/08 Upgrade Information Your Account Required Verification
10/11/08 Webmail Account: BEWARE!
10/2/08  Webmail Update
10/1/08  WHAT YOU HAVE TO DO
More e-mail scams seen at K-State

News and latest threats

  1. Recent security articles
  2. XP Antivirus 2008 malware difficult to remove; requires reformat/reinstall
  3. Password-stealing e-mail scams are back!
  4. Network security analyst position available
  5. Five things you should know about IT security at K-State
  6. Don’t fall for "Antivirus 2008 XP" rogue software!
  7. State Surplus Property disposes of hard drives at no cost
  8. Airports a major threat to laptops
  9. USB flash drives pose security risk
  10. Why fast patching is important
  11. OfficeScan 8.0 released by Trend Micro
  12. Today's Microsoft patches require reboot
  13. Update Mozilla applications to patch security vulnerabilities
  14. Protecting credit card information at K-State
  15. Don't send credit card information in e-mail
  16. Anti-spyware recommendations for Windows Vista
  17. New Trend Micro OfficeScan won't support old Windows versions
  18. Winners of student computer security video contest
  19. Danger from "dmtelecom.net" spams?
  20. Threat: New Windows exploit hitting campus (April 2007)
  21. Threat: Beware of malicious IE7-update hoax (April 2007)
  22. Beware of Internet cafes as you travel
  23. Threat: Credit Union phishing scam nets few victims (March 2007)
  24. Threat: Botnet exploits unpatched computers at K-State (March 2007)
  25. Windows Vista Security Guide
  26. Carefully plan your Windows Vista strategy
  27. Guidelines for mobile device security effective Jan. 16
  28. Threat: Thefts of technology equipment on campus (January 2007)
  29. 2007 SIRT Roundtable schedule
  30. Threat: Hackers targeting Microsoft Word vulnerabilities (December 2007)
  31. Threat: Laptop thefts (ongoing)

Blocked computers

K-State blocks network access for any computer found to be compromised or vulnerable to security threats. If you suspect your computer is blocked, follow these steps:

  1. Check the blocked hosts page (requires eID/password from on-campus site).
  2. Review the K-State Procedure for Removing Compromised Computers From the Network.
  3. Repair the security problems with your computer.
  4. To restore network access after your computer has been repaired:

Basic security practices

  1. Follow K-State's basic security practices to safeguard your computer, e-mail, data, identity, and finances. This applies to security for Windows, Macs, and other systems.
  2. Read the new Guidelines for Mobile Device Security.
  3. Read the security tip of the week.

Security resources

K-State's IT security resources include:

  • Latest alerts, software updates
  • Security procedures
  • Security resources for departmental contacts
  • Websites recommended for K-Staters
  • Training and presentations
  • Websites for security professionals

Need help?

For assistance and information on computer security issues, the first point of contact is the IT Help Desk, 785-532-7722, helpdesk@k-state.edu. For other issues, contact IT security staff listed in the right sidebar.